Program Overview
Heriot-Watt University's MSc Business Analytics program equips students with the quantitative research skills and data-driven decision-making abilities needed in today's business environment. Delivered online with a flexible schedule, the program offers a comprehensive curriculum covering business analytics, big data, project management, and financial decision-making. Graduates are prepared for high-demand roles in business intelligence, data science, and consulting, with the strategic and analytical skills to drive data-informed decision-making and unlock growth opportunities.
Program Outline
Overview:
- Designed to equip students with the quantitative research skills needed for the data-driven business environment.
- Addresses the talent needs of the future.
- Focuses on decision-making skills for transformational change.
- Utilizes a data-driven, evidence-based approach to management decision-making in complex business environments.
Objectives:
- Provide students with the skills to analyze data, interpret its meaning, and apply it to real-world business problems.
- Equip students with the ability to make data-driven decisions and drive business success.
- Develop students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Description:
- Online program delivered through the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).
- Flexible pace and schedule, allowing students to study anytime, anywhere.
- Interactive learning environment with diverse course materials, readings, notes, and multimedia.
- Expert academic support and guidance through videos, webinars, articles, journals, assessments, and discussion boards.
- Final online assessments conducted in the comfort of your own space.
- Three assessment periods per year offering flexibility in scheduling.
Outline:
Course Content:
- Six core courses: Business Analytics, Network Analysis, Big Data Analytics for Business, Delivering Successful Projects, Business Consultancy, Financial Decision Making.
- One optional course: Performance Management for Business or Strategic Change Management.
- Reflective portfolio.
Course Schedule:
- Each course takes approximately 200 hours to complete.
- Full MSc program can be completed in 2 years but can be finished faster or over a longer period.
- Students can choose their own pace and schedule.
- New courses begin every month.
Individual Modules:
- Business Analytics: Introduces the fundamentals of business analytics, including data mining, statistical analysis, and predictive modeling.
- Network Analysis: Explores the use of network analysis to understand and optimize business processes.
- Big Data Analytics for Business: Provides students with the skills and knowledge to manage and analyze big data.
- Delivering Successful Projects: Covers the project management skills needed to deliver successful business projects.
- Financial Decision Making: Teaches students how to make sound financial decisions based on data analysis.
- Business Analytics Reflective Portfolio: Allows students to reflect on their learning and apply their skills to real-world business problems.
Assessment:
- All courses assessed by a single summative online assessment.
- Assessments include case studies, scenario analysis, and essays.
- Three assessment periods per year aligned with major university examination diets.
- Reflective portfolio assessed formatively and summatively.
- Pass mark for all courses is 50%.
- Resits allowed for failed courses.
- Award with Distinction awarded for an average mark of 70% or more with no course failures.
Teaching:
- High-quality learning and teaching delivered by experienced faculty and researchers.
- Flexible, self-study-based learning model.
- Comprehensive online learning materials and guidance.
- Opportunity to engage with a global multicultural learning community.
Careers:
- Prepares graduates for a variety of roles in the field of business analytics, including:
- Business intelligence analyst
- Data scientist
- Project manager
- Business consultant
- Equips graduates with the strategic and analytical abilities to drive data-informed decision-making, optimize business processes, and unlock new growth opportunities.
- Graduates are in high demand by organizations worldwide.
Other:
- Students can study on a course-by-course basis or sign up for multiple courses at once.
- Standard fee per course is £1,248, full program fee is £9,984.
- Emerging Economies fee per course is £848, full program fee is £6,784.
- Upskilling Scotland Funding available for eligible professionals.
- 20% fee reduction for students purchasing all courses upfront.
- Alumni discount available for Heriot-Watt graduates.
- Performance-based admissions process available.
- Exemptions may be granted based on prior academic qualifications.
- Online events hosted throughout the year to connect with faculty and students.
- Graduates automatically join the Watt Club alumni association with 147k members worldwide.
Tuition fees Standard fee Per course: £1,248 Full programme: £9,984 Emerging Economies fee Per course: £848 Full programme: £6,784 All course fees include one assessment attempt. Each attempt after this point will be charged at £160.
Heriot-Watt University
Overview:
Heriot-Watt University is a research-focused institution with campuses in Edinburgh, the Scottish Borders, Orkney, Dubai, and Malaysia, as well as an online presence. It is known for its career-focused degrees and strong links with industry. Heriot-Watt is highly regarded for its research, with a significant portion ranked world-leading and internationally excellent.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
Heriot-Watt offers a diverse and international student community, with one-third of its Edinburgh Campus students coming from outside the UK. The university provides a range of facilities across its campuses, including healthcare, libraries, food and drink, sports centers, and more. Students can participate in clubs and activities, and the university offers accommodation options near its campuses.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Career-focused degrees:
Heriot-Watt is ranked first in Scotland for graduate employability and its graduates are first in the UK for CEO or MD roles.Global reach:
The university has campuses across the UK, Dubai, and Malaysia, providing students with a truly international experience.Strong research:
Heriot-Watt is valued for its pioneering research, which is informed by the global needs of business and industry.Diverse student community:
The university boasts a diverse international student community, fostering a multicultural learning environment.Beautiful campuses:
Heriot-Watt's campuses are located in stunning settings, offering students a unique and inspiring learning environment.Academic Programs:
Heriot-Watt offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:
- Engineering
- Life Sciences
- Mathematics
- Computer Sciences
- Physical Sciences
- Social Sciences and Business
- Art and Design
- Languages and Culture
Other:
Heriot-Watt is committed to sustainability and is actively working towards achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals. The university also offers a personalized virtual experience through its online tour platform, allowing prospective students to explore its campuses virtually.
Entry Requirements
EU Home Students:
- Typically, a recognized first or second-class honours degree, or equivalent professional qualification, is required.
- However, performance-based admissions are also offered, allowing entry even without meeting these conventional requirements.
- More details on performance-based entry can be found in the downloadable prospectus.
International Overseas Students (Outside the EU):
- The entry requirements are identical to those for EU Home Students.
- Additionally, international students whose native language is not English and who haven't had previous university education in English need to demonstrate English language proficiency.
Language Proficiency Requirements
- Applicants whose native language is not English must provide evidence of their English language proficiency.
- This includes those who haven't had university-level education in English previously.
Acceptable Evidence:
- An International English Language Testing System (IELTS) score of 6.5, with no individual band lower than 6.0.
- Other equivalent English language qualifications might also be accepted.
Exemptions:
- Students who have completed a degree taught and assessed in the English language at a recognized university may be exempt from providing evidence of their English language proficiency.
- This exemption applies to degrees completed within two years of the application date.
Reward for Previous Study
- Edinburgh Business School acknowledges that some students entering their online MSc programs might have completed relevant prior academic studies.
- Such prior studies can potentially lead to exemptions from certain EBS courses.
- Exemptions are considered based on qualifications obtained at the master's/postgraduate level or professional qualifications.
- Qualifications considered for exemption must have been acquired within the last five years.
- Qualifications older than five years may be considered if accompanied by strong evidence that the applicant has kept abreast of current developments in the subject area.
- Exemptions are not awarded for courses used towards another degree (in the same discipline) at the master's level, regardless of the awarding institution.